Caregiver Essentials

Caregiver Essential Supplies
  • drive Offset Cane Drive Medical RTL10307

    Drive

    drive Bronze Offset Handle Cane, 300 lbs. Weight Capacity

    The Drive offset cane comes with a Tab-Loc silencer that ensures safety with a locked height adjustment system. Its padded grip provides comfort and reduces stress on the user's hand. A strap goes around user's wrist so if he inadvertently lets go of...

    As low as $18.77
  • Easy Mobility Walker / Wheelchair Mobility Combo Pack Easy To Use Products LLC 760

    Easy to Use Products

    Mobility Aid Combo Pack, Cup Holder, Phone Grip, Bag Hooks

    Introducing the Mobility Combo Pack - the ultimate companion for your on-the-go needs! This versatile pack includes a hook, phone holder, and cup holder, providing convenience and independence wherever you are. The phone holder is specifically designed...

    $27.61
  • Proscope 665 Disposable Stethoscope American Diagnostic Corp 665Y

    ADC

    Proscope 665 Stethoscope, Disposable - Yellow, 21 in Tube

    This is a disposable, nurse-style, diaphragm-only, single-patient-use scope.Super-lightweight ABS construction, weighs only 1.5 oz May be ETO sterilized and safely incinerated Ultra-sensitive diaphragm for outstanding acoustic performance Individually...

    $40.08
  • McKesson Diagnostic Recording Paper McKesson Brand 26-2157-017A

    McKesson

    McKesson Diagnostic Recording Paper 8.27'' X 183' Z-Fold

    McKesson ECG Recording Paper is designed to offer consistent trace quality for monitory and recording in a variety of applications. ECG papers are intended to be fully compatible to perform with the most prevalent devices in use today. This thermal paper...

    As low as $22.58
  • McKesson Diagnostic Recording Paper McKesson Brand 26-307438

    McKesson

    McKesson Diagnostic Recording Paper 2'' X 100'

    McKesson ECG Recording Paper is designed to offer consistent trace quality for monitory and recording in a variety of applications. ECG papers are intended to be fully compatible to perform with the most prevalent devices in use today. This thermal paper...

    As low as $28.60
  • Veridian Non-Contact Skin Surface Thermometer Veridian Healthcare LLC 09-178

    Veridian

    Veridian Non-Contact Thermometer

    1-second results Proven clinically accurate Measures body, surface and ambient temperatures Body temperature measurements taken at forehead Large LCD display, easy-to-read Three color backlit display Memory recall of last 32 readings Audible fever alert...

    As low as $33.31
  • McKesson Transfer Sheet McKesson Brand 143-51926

    McKesson

    McKesson Transfer Sheet White 40 X 80 Inch

    The McKesson portable stretcher transports, transfers or helps rescue the injured and sick from areas inaccessible to standard stretchers. It is not intended for use when the patient needs spinal stabilization or traction. Employ at least four people to...

    $198.44
  • DermaRite Hand Hygiene Dispenser DermaRite Industries 1800

    Dermarite

    DermaRite Hand Hygiene Dispenser Manual Push 1000 mL White

    Easy to push Customize your skin care program High impact plastic construction Easy front loading, totally enclosed system, easy to clean Large viewing window For use with DermaRite soap, sanitizer, and lotion refills White

    $20.99
Caregiver Essentials

There’s no manual for being a caregiver — at least not if you’re caring for someone close to you. Your needs as a caregiver will be as unique as the person you’re caring for and may vary from day to day. There are, however, some essential items that most caregivers should have on hand.


Everyday Items

You might not think of it as a caregiving tool, but your smartphone can literally be a lifesaver — just make sure that a charger is part of your kit. Other everyday items every carer should have are an address book or contact list with important numbers like healthcare providers and a pocket calendar or planner for writing down appointments.


Medication and Related Items

Keep a list of all medications your patient is taking so you have it handy for medical professionals. If the list is long, consider printing it out and keeping several copies on hand. A medication schedule/checklist can also be helpful, as can a pill organizer.


Everyday Items

You might not think of it as a caregiving tool, but your smartphone can literally be a lifesaver — just make sure that a charger is part of your kit. Other everyday items every carer should have are an address book or contact list with important numbers like healthcare providers and a pocket calendar or planner for writing down appointments.


Vitals Kit

While it might not be part of your routine, there may be situations where taking vitals might be helpful or even essential. Keeping the basics such as a thermometer, blood pressure monitor, stethoscope, and pulse oximeter in your medicine chest is a wise idea.
And, of course, if the person you’re caring for has diabetes, a glucose monitoring system is necessary. If your vitals kit includes a mercury thermometer, be sure to include a mercury spill kit in case of breakage.


Protective and Sanitizing Equipment

PPE, gowns, hand sanitizer, wipes — both disinfectant and personal care types — belong in every caregiver’s tool kit. Travel-sized bottles of hand sanitizer can be comfortably carried in a pocket or purse, or opt for a countertop pump bottle. If you are using sanitizer many times during the day, you might consider installing a refillable dispenser.


First Aid Kit

Every household should own a first aid kit. First aid kits typically contain antiseptic wipes, bandages and gauze pads, medical tape, antibiotic ointment, burn cream, eyewash, and other items you may need to treat minor wounds. Make sure you know where your first aid kit is located, and restock any items that get used.


Incontinence Products

While not every caregiver will need them, staying well-stocked is a must if you’re caring for someone who is incontinent or who has the occasional accident. So ensure that you have on hand not only their preferred product, such as disposable underwear, but also a change of clothes, bed protectors, and a change of bedding.


Rinse-Free Personal Care Items

Even if the person you’re caring for is capable of bathing, there may be days when they — or you — are simply not up to the task of a bath or a shower. On days like these, dry shampoos, leave-in conditioners, and rinse-free body wash are a great way to keep up with personal hygiene without the physical stress of getting into and out of the shower or tub.
Being a caregiver is rewarding but can be overwhelming, too. Having the right tools in your caregiving toolkit can reduce the stress involved in this challenging relationship. For all your caregiver essentials, visit SimplyMedical today.